Check the Pool Calendar to see when each program is taking place!

General Rules & Policies

Anyone using the Nellis Memorial Pool agrees to the following general rules and policies by signing in and/or participating in any program at the pool.

No running on pool deck and locker rooms

Rough play is not allowed

Diving is prohibited during Family Swim

Diving boards and diving blocks will only be used under the supervision of a certified instructor

All swimmers must shower before using the pool

The Nellis Memorial Pool staff has the authority to ask anyone behaving in an unruly or unsafe manner to leave the pool

When you hear:

1 whistle: Turn attention to lifeguard

3 whistles: Lifeguard is entering the water for a rescue

1 long whistle: Clear the pool

Pool Calendar

Educational Programs

Physical Education Classes

For all students enrolled at East Hill Elementary School in grades 1-5. The curriculum addresses that all students are coming in at different ability levels. The goal of the curriculum is create recreationally competent swimmers.

Learn to Swim Lessons

Neighboring school districts participate in two week sessions of swim lessons to give them the knowledge, skills, and values that will help them participate safely in aquatic environments. We also offer summer learn to swim lessons with the same goal in mind.

Certification Programs

We proudly offer the following American Red Cross certification programs:

Lifeguarding and Waterfront Lifeguarding

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer

Safety Training for Swim Coaches

Community Swim Programs

Adult Swim

Family Swim

Open Swim (Summers Only)

Competitive Swimming & Diving Programs

Canajoharie-Fort Plain Swimming & Diving Team

Canajoharie Crocodiles Swim Team

Organizational Swims

Any outside organization that wishes to use the pool should file a "Building Usage Form" which can be obtained by clicking here. All organizations are required to provide a certificate of insurance to the district office before the time they wish to use the pool.

To see if a time is available for use please contact Kevin Stuttle (kevin.stuttle@canjo.org)